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Deemed the “best pizza” by even kids, this beer-caramelized onion Brussels sprout pizza will be a hit with everyone (and yes, the alcohol cooks out). To keep things simple, you can make it with store-bought or homemade pizza crust – whatever fits your schedule!
save this recipe!This might seem like a weird combination, but Brussels sprouts, balsamic, and beer are the pizza combinations you didn’t know you needed. We all love Friday night pizza, so why not try something new?!
It’s a great way to use up wilting Brussels sprouts in the fridge. And the fun ingredient—beer! Inspired by my time in Holland, I decided to use beer’s natural malty flavor to build layers of flavor on this unique pizza. So get ready to eat the best pizza ever in just 45 minutes.
Reader rating
“Delicious! Super easy to make. My kids said this is the “best pizza” they ever tasted! And, they don’t like brussel sprouts! I made the homemade pizza dough – excellent. Leftover dough can be stored in fridge for a quick pizza later on.” —Alexasunter
Grab these ingredients
This is just an overview; jump to the recipe card for full measurements!
- Onion: I like to use red onions to add a slight tanginess.
- Beer: These onions are best caramelized in any dark beer.
- Fats: I like to cook the onions in butter and the Brussels sprouts in olive oil.
- Salt and Pepper: You always need salt and pepper to season as we go.
- Pizza Dough: Store-bought or homemade pizza dough will work. You can even make it with a chickpea pizza crust or a cauliflower pizza crust.
- Cheese: Mozzarella and feta come together for a delicious cheesy and salty pairing.
- Balsamic Reduction: This is my absolute favorite thing to add to pizza. It is not balsamic vinegar; balsamic reduction is thicker and sweeter.
make your own balsamic reduction
Bring ½ cup of balsamic vinegar to a simmer in a small saucepan. Whisking occasionally, allow balsamic to cook and reduce down until it is syrupy and coats the pan and spoon (it will reduce in volume by about half).
Let’s make brussels sprout pizza
This is an overview! Jump to the recipe card below for the full printable instructions.
- Caramelize the Onions: Saute the onions in butter and a bit of beer until soft. Cook until the beer has evaporated.
- Prepare the Brussels Sprouts: Shred them and toss in oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Pizza: Add the onions, cheeses, and sprouts to the pizza crust.
- Bake: Cook for 10-15 minutes until lightly browned, and then drizzle with balsamic reduction right before serving.
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Beer Caramelized Onion and Brussels Sprout Pizza
Ingredients
Onions
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1 large red onion, sliced
- ½ cup dark beer, 118 mL
Sprouts
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts, 88 g
- ½ Tbsp olive oil, 7 mL
- Salt and pepper
Pizza
- 1 pizza dough, store bought or homemade
- 1 Tbsp olive oil, 15 mL
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 180 g
- ½-1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 50 g to 100 g
- 1 Tbsp balsamic reduction*, 15 mL
Instructions
- Melt butter in a pan over medium/low heat then add onions. Cook gently for 15 minutes, ensuring onions don’t become crispy.
- Increase heat to medium and add half of the beer to the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beer has evaporated. Add remaining beer and cook again until evaporated (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Separate leaves from the Brussels sprouts by trimming the bottom stem and plucking off the leaves. When you can’t easily pull off any more leaves
- Toss Brussels sprout leaves and shreds with ½ Tbsp olive oil and a dash of salt and pepper. Use your fingers to really work the oil into the leaf crevices for maximum crispiness while cooking!
- Spread 1 Tbsp olive oil onto the dough, then sprinkle on onions, mozzarella, sprouts, and feta cheese.
- Bake on a pizza pan or preheated pan at 425 degrees F (218 C) for 10 to 15 minutes, until top is lightly browned.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.
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Delicious!! I dont usually like brussel sprouts but you made it look so tempting!
They crisp up in the oven and it gives them a really great flavor and texture, very different from traditional Brussels sprouts!
Another GREAT way to appreciate b sprouts! I adore your 1000 pizza,too.
We love homemade pizza nights at our house too – and I am loving this topping combination a LOT! Need to try it next time we make pizza here!
Oh man, I’ve been wanting to make a pizza lately, and this one looks delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Delicious! Super easy to make. My kids said this is the “best pizza” they ever tasted! And, they don’t like brussel sprouts! I made the homemade pizza dough – excellent. Leftover dough can be stored in fridge for a quick pizza later on.
I’m so happy to hear that!! Best pizza ever AND they ate the Brussels sprouts…win! 🙂